Question

Which of the following statements is true for an exothermic reaction?

The products have higher potential energy than the reactants, and the enthalpy change is negative.
The products have higher potential energy than the reactants, and the enthalpy change is positive.
The products have lower potential energy than the reactants, and the enthalpy change is negative.
The products have lower potential energy than the reactants, and the enthalpy change is positive.

Answer 1

In an exothermic reaction the energy of the product is less than the energy of the reactants.  (Which leaves C & D) And Since its lower then the reactant it would be, What i believe is D.